In the first six months of 2018, all Baltic ports together received and shipped 76.678 mln tons of cargo, which was 0.1% or 107,500 tons less than in the respective period last year, informs LETA/BNS referring to the Lithuanian Statistical Bureau.
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Vilniaus Prekyba, Baltic trade and business company that also owns the Maxima chain of stores and the Euroapotheca chain of pharmacies, has concluded the purchase of the Bauhof hardware and gardening store chain from Myinvest Estonia group, informs LETA…

Lithuania's state-run railway company Lietuvos Gelezinkeliai (Lithuanian Railways) will pay 34 mln euros in dividends to the state for 2017, in the largest dividend payments since 2012, informs LETA/BNS.
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improved our business results last …

In the first five months of 2018, all Baltic ports together received and shipped 63.56 mln tons of cargo, which was 2.3% or 1.518 mln tons less than in the respective period last year, according to the data released by the Lithuanian Statistical Bureau.
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Businessman Igor Udovickij, the owner of Biriu Kroviniu Terminalas handling Belarusian fertilizers in the Lithuanian port of Klaipeda, is renouncing his plans to start an oil business in the port, informs LETA/BNS.
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July 6, 2018:
When NATO expanded eastwards a unique set of logistical problems were encountered. These new problems were not fully appreciated until 2015, when the United States decided to send military units by road (and railroad) to the eastern most new …

The Lithuanian seaport of Klaipeda handled 18.223 million tons of cargo during the first five months of 2018, up 5.8% from 17.232 million tons a year ago, the port's authority told BNS/LETA.
In May alone, cargo traffic through the port increased …

The volume of goods transported in Lithuania by all means of transport rose to 35.7 million tons in the first quarter of 2018, up 16.3% from the same period last year, new figures from the Statistics Lithuania show, cites LETA/BNS.
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U.S. Army Reserve Soldiers with Charlie Company, 457th Civil Affairs Battalion, and Soldiers with 2d Cavalry Regiment, met with local leaders from the Red Cross and municipal crisis management committee to review crisis response plans in Marijampol� and …

BAKU. KAZINFORM On June 11, the 17th Caspian International Transport, Transit and Logistics Exhibition, TransCaspian / Translogistica 2018 kicked off at Baku Expo Centre.
Being one of the leading transport events of the Caspian region TransCaspian …

Baku, June 11, AZERTAC
The 17th Caspian International Transport, Transit and Logistics Exhibition TransCaspian/Translogistica 2018 has today opened at Baku Expo Center. The exhibition is one of the leading transport events in the Caspian region, which …

As the 2018 World Cup football event billed to hold in Russia between June 14 and July 15 this year begins next week, ANDREW IRO OKUNGBOWA brings you some of the attractions beyond football in 11 host cities of the round leather game that would captivate …

Locals of Nachod, Czechia, watch the 2nd Cavalry Regiment prepare to cross the Czech-Polish border during their Stryker convoy movement to Lithuania during US Army Europe's Saber Strike 18 exercise, May 30, 2018.
US Army Reserve/Capt. Jeku Arce
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Two Lithuanian companies and one German company will build a section of the European-gauge railway Rail Baltica from Kaunas' railway station to the Kaunas Intermodal Terminal under a contract worth 54.762 million euros, reports LETA/BNS.
The state …

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MOSCOW (Sputnik) - The NATO members states have agreed to establish a NATO Joint Support and Enabling Command (JSEC) in southern German city of Ulm, media reported Friday.
The decision will …

Lietuvos Gelezinkeliai (Lithuanian Railways, LG), the state-run railway company, raised cargo flows by a tenth in the first two months of 2018 year-on-year, while the company's revenue went up by 0.4% to 69.6 million euros, informs LETA/BNS.
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In the first quarter of 2018, all Baltic ports together received and shipped 37.268 million tons of cargo, which was 6.7% or 2.676 million tons less than in the respective period last year, according to the data released by the Latvian Statistical Bureau, …

HAMBURG, Germany--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Apr 25, 2018--INTTRA, the largest neutral network, software and information provider at the center of the ocean shipping industry, hosted a Technology Summit in Hamburg, Germany this week focused on innovation to action. …

HALIFAX, Nova Scotia, Aug. 13, 2018 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The following is a statement from Irving Shipbuilding seeking confirmation from the Federal Government regarding the National Shipbuilding Strategy:
On Friday, August 10th, Steven MacKinnon, …

Executing on Genco’s Strategic Growth Initiatives Through the Acquisition of Six Modern, Fuel Efficient Capesize and Ultramax Vessels
Accessed Commercial Bank Financing and the Capital Markets with a New Credit Facility and the Successful Completion of a …

JOHNS CREEK, Ga., Aug. 07, 2018 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Saia, Inc. (NASDAQ: SAIA) announced that Saia LTL Freight has opened a terminal in Altoona, Pennsylvania as part of the company’s continued expansion into the Northeast. This facility is the sixth …

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CHICAGO, Aug. 14, 2018 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- FreightCar America, Inc. (NASDAQ: RAIL) announced today that it has hired Dan Wallace, who will become the Vice President and General Manager, Leasing at FreightCar America.
“We are very excited to have Dan join …

OMAHA, Neb., Aug. 14, 2018 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Werner Enterprises, Inc. (NASDAQ: WERN), one of the nation's largest transportation and logistics companies, announced that Jack Holmes has joined the Company’s Board of Directors effective today. In …

HOUSTON, Aug. 14, 2018 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Era Group Inc. (NYSE: ERA) (“Era”), one of the largest helicopter operators in the world, will present at the Barclay’s CEO Energy – Power Conference to be held in New York City on September 4-6, 2018.
Era’s …

MONDOVI, Wis., Aug. 14, 2018 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Marten Transport, Ltd. (Nasdaq/GS:MRTN) announced today that its Board of Directors has declared a regular quarterly cash dividend of two and one half cents ($0.025) per share of common stock. The …

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The Portfolio Committee on Basic Education will over the next week visit North West Province to among other things assess the state of readiness of the department to deliver the upcoming National Senior Certificate.
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HALIFAX, Nova Scotia, Aug. 13, 2018 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The following is a statement from Irving Shipbuilding seeking confirmation from the Federal Government regarding the National Shipbuilding Strategy:
On Friday, August 10th, Steven MacKinnon, …

Hosted by SAP’s solution experts, this intimate and interactive learning opportunity is your opportunity to gather with SAP partners and industry peers to learn, discuss and share experiences. Find out how you can increase speed and efficiency in your supply chain through enhanced logistics and order fulfilment.
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The seminar will take place over two immersive days, and has been specifically designed to make discussion a priority. Get in depth guidance from SAP’s experts, complemented by customer case studies which will give you real-life business focused examples to learn from. Our interactive format allows you to ask your questions, take part in discussion and share ideas and learnings with your peers.
Plenty of networking opportunities are on offer, with multiple ...

For over a decade this event has delivered an unmatched, holistic view of supply chain challenges and solutions. 2018’s iteration is the strongest, most value packed we’ve ever produced with a laser-like focus on the emerging technologies, innovations and collaborations critical to sustainable, cost-effective supply chain strategies. Whether you work in the procurement, supply chain or sustainability functions this is the only strategic event that delivers the information you need to make a positive impact… at a time when global supply chains are being scrutinised like never before.
An agenda designed to tackle the biggest challenges and opportunities in supply chain management;
- Minimise impacts across your supply chain: tackle human rights risks, implement low-carbon technologies, ...

The American SCMS Summit brings together supply chain leaders and innovators from across the Americas and beyond. Speakers from Intel, Sysco, Anheuser-Busch InBev, AMGEN and many more will share insights into their operations.
They’ll discuss how to utilize Big Data and IoT to create a lean supply chain. You’ll also learn how to secure your supply chain from challenges such as cyber security and Blockchains.
To find out more, visit www.american-scms.com. Register now for early bird discounts.

The Fleet Services Management Summit is a unique event for senior fleet procurement professionals, and the suppliers who service them. It is focused around connecting buyers with suppliers covering all areas of the sector – from Accident Management to Contract Hire & Leasing; Breakdown & Recovery to Fuel Cards; Driver Training to Vehicle Customisation; and beyond.
Benefits include:
• Free for fleet management professionals to attend.
• Fleet procurement executives are matched with suppliers for a series of face-to-face, pre-arranged meetings based on mutual
requirements.
• Insightful and inspirational seminars hosted throughout the two days.
• Opportunity to network with like-minded peers.
• All hospitality – including overnight accommodation, all meals and refreshments, ...

Established as a leading international trade fair for the coach and bus industry, Euro Bus Expo returns to the NEC, Birmingham on 30 October - 1 November 2018.
Supported by show partner, Confederation of Passenger Transport UK (CPT), the free-to-attend show is expected to connect with over 9,000 key industry buyers and decision makers with 300 sector leading exhibitors. Industry insiders can expect to have their fingers firmly on the passenger transport pulse at Euro Bus Expo 2018 offering everything from the latest vehicles, accessories and workshop equipment, to IT solutions, legislation updates, and essential business services for the international market.
The Master Class Theatre will return again with seminars and keynotes from leading industry figures where you will gain in-depth ...

Now in its 8th year The World Rail Festival continues to grow and attract a large audience of rail, bus and urban operators, disruptors and transport thought leaders from around the world.
The event brings international rail executives together to discuss the digitisation of the rail business model, how commercial growth can be achieved and how rail could prepare to meet the demands of the travel ecosystem of the future.
The event continues to grow and attract an increasing number of global rail operators, disruptors and start-ups.
In 2018 we will continue to make sure the latest technologies, disruptors and leading thinkers are represented at the event.
New focuses in 2018 will be incorporating urban transport providers and government owners as well as long distance bus ...

Join the industry's most senior Supply Chain professionals and hear from 30 speakers including Deoleo, Duracell UK & Ireland, KFC UK & Ireland, Panasonic Europe Ltd, L'Oréal, GSK and many more.
They’ll discuss how to utilize Big Data and IoT to create a lean supply chain. You’ll also learn how to secure your supply chain from challenges such as cyber security and Blockchains.
Across 3 days and with over 200 senior manufacturing professionals, this is your opportunity to improve transparency, control and synchronisation throughout your supply chain.
To find out more, visit www.scms-summit.com. Register now for early bird discounts.

The 13th annual event will specifically focus on recent advances in temperature-controlled logistic solutions and the impact of regulatory changes on this multi-billion-dollar industry. The event will also address the impact of the overwhelming digitalisation of the industry and how companies from biotech’s to pharma, need to adapt.
The two-day event will also look at various developments within the industry, guiding companies on how best to ensure costs are kept low, and quality remains high, whilst simultaneously staying compliant to global regulations.
This year's event will continue to lead with its unrivalled panel of experts bringing you the most insightful presentations and issues in the field of temperature-controlled distribution.
Chairs:
• Bob Hayes, Director, SeerPharma (UK)
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A modern and well managed port sector is crucial to South East Asia’s economic progress and to expanding global trading routes. Development of the ports infrastructure is therefore a growing priority in such an extensive archipelagic region of some 24,000 islands which span 5,200km east to west and 3,400km from north to south. Indonesia, Thailand, Singapore, Malaysia, Vietnam, and the Philippines are currently planning to upgrading or building new port facilities.
Envisioned to be a forum for the ASEAN port community to connect, network, share and debate, 1st Port Development South East Asia Summit 2019 (PDSEAS 2019) is going to take place during 23rd – 24th January, 2019 in Bangkok. Featured speakers invited are from port authorities, port & terminal operators, shipping lines, ...